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title: "Rescue 3 Water Rescue Courses"
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# Rescue 3 Water Rescue Courses

Buyer: TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a0ae

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## Summary

The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority recently concluded an open procurement process to find suitable training providers for their "Rescue 3 Water Rescue Courses". This procurement is part of the ongoing efforts to ensure that personnel involved in water and flood rescue have access to compliant and high-quality training. The contract, valued at £42,520, runs from 13th January 2026 to 12th January 2028 with potential extensions. Located in Tyne and Wear, UK, this tender falls under the industry category of specialist training services and was conducted through a below-threshold, open competition method. The contract award was granted to Amanzi Safety and Rescue Limited, an SME based in Beaumaris, demonstrating a commitment to engaging diverse suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in providing specialist training services, particularly those with expertise in water and flood rescue. It signals a growing demand for skill development within emergency services, reflecting evolving compliance standards. SMEs, such as Amanzi Safety and Rescue Limited, with capabilities in delivering certified training and adapting to new operational modules, stand as preferable candidates. By participating in such contracts, businesses can bolster their reputation, gain a foothold in public sector contracts, and ultimately increase their market reach and influence, particularly within the public authority and emergency services sectors.

## Notice

TWFRA ('the Authority') is the publicly accountable body that oversees the policy and service delivery of Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service ('the Service') on behalf of the community. The Service successfully leads the operational delivery of fire and rescue services such as public protection, fire and other emergency prevention, operational response and resilience. Our stations, staff and appliances are strategically placed across Tyne and Wear to ensure efficient and effective response to fires and other emergencies. Appliances work across station areas and can be mobilised whilst away from their home station. We also have robust arrangements with neighbouring services to enable additional support during major emergencies. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) requires ongoing, compliant training for personnel involved in Water and Flood Rescue. Since 2006, TWFRS has adopted a recognised training framework that supports both external training and the development of internal instructors. This model has proven to be cost-effective and operationally efficient, enabling the Service to deliver high-quality training while maintaining compliance with national standards. TWFRS utilises a structured training and log booking system to manage qualifications and ensure accurate, auditable records. This supports compliance with the DEFRA Concept of Operations and the NFCC Rescue Boat Code and helps safeguard the Service's reputation in the delivery of water rescue capabilities. As national operational guidance and compliance requirements have evolved, so too have the training standards. This includes enhanced prerequisites for instructors and the introduction of new modules developed in response to national incidents and debriefs. The Service continues to adapt its training provision to meet these evolving standards. With the expansion of TWFRS's Water and Flood Rescue provision under the Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP), the demand for initial training, CPD, and recertification continues to grow. Ensuring access to recognised and compliant training is essential to maintaining operational readiness and meeting service delivery expectations. As a result, TWFRS is seeking suitable training providers to deliver the courses outlined in the scope and specification

### Lot Information

Swiftwater and Flood Rescue Technician-Advanced-Water (SRTA-W)

Rescue 3 Swiftwater and Flood Rescue Technician-Advanced-Water (SRTA-W)

Renewal: 2 X 12 Months

Swiftwater and Flood Rescue Technician Instructor (SRTi) plus follow on recertification of qualifications (Refresher)

Rescue 3 Swiftwater and Flood Rescue Technician Instructor (SRTi) plus follow on recertification of qualifications (Refresher)

Renewal: 2 X 12 Months

Water and Flood Team Leader (WFTL) Initial plus CPD and Recertification

Rescue 3 Water and Flood Team Leader (WFTL) Initial plus CPD and Recertification

Renewal: 2 X 12 Months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002338-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 13 Jan 2026 - 12 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £42,520 |
| Contracts value | £42,520 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | TYNE AND WEAR, |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR5 3QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Washington North |
| Westminster constituency | Washington and Gateshead South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AMANZI SAFETY AND RESCUE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80510000 - Specialist training services

## Release History

- 12 Jan 2026 at 15:06 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002338-2026
- 9 Dec 2025 at 16:48 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081212-2025
- 24 Sep 2025 at 09:00 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059106-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002338-2026
  12th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081212-2025
  9th December 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059106-2025
  24th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.amanzisafetyandrescue.co.uk
- https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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